Best 5 Festive Fruit Platter Recipes

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The festive season is a time for celebration, joy, and togetherness. And what better way to celebrate than with a delicious and vibrant fruit platter? A festive fruit platter is a delightful and healthy snack or dessert option that is perfect for any party or gathering. With a variety of colors, textures, and flavors, a fruit platter is sure to please everyone. From classic favorites like grapes and strawberries to exotic fruits like dragon fruit and starfruit, there are endless possibilities when it comes to creating a festive fruit platter. Whether you're looking for something simple and elegant or something more elaborate and eye-catching, there's a fruit platter recipe out there for you.

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FESTIVE FRUIT PLATTER



Festive Fruit Platter image

I always pay way too much in the store for these when you can easily put them together yourself for much less. Play with the fruit choices..the suggested ones are mostly chose for color and design

Provided by TishT

Categories     Strawberry

Time 25m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 head swiss chard or 1 head kale
1 bunch green grape
1 bunch red grapes
1 package dried apricot halves
2 star fruit, sliced 1/4 inch thick
3 bananas, sliced 1 inch thick
2 apples, red and green,sliced 1/4 inch thick
2 pears, sliced 1/4 inch thick
2 oranges, peeled and sliced
2 kiwi, peeled and sliced
1 fresh pineapple, sliced and chunked
1 pint strawberry
1 cup raspberries
1/3 cup frozen limeade concentrate, thawed
1/3 cup honey
1/3 cup vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Whisk limeade and honey until blended.
  • Slowly whisk in oil until thick and smooth.
  • Dip bananas, apples and pears in mixture.
  • Line platter with leaves.
  • Arrange red and green grapes, apricot and starfruit in alternating groups in a circle around outside edge of platter.
  • Alternate orange slices and more star fruit with apple and pear slices in a smaller circle.
  • In the next circle, arrange kiwi, pineapple, bananas and strawberries.
  • Sprinkle raspberries over all.

FESTIVE FRUIT PLATTER



Festive Fruit Platter image

You'll love this healthful-minded dessert! This eye-catching platter has 6 varieties of fresh fruit and an easy sour cream dip.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound seedless green or red grapes, cut into small bunches
1 pint strawberry (2 cups)
1/2 honeydew melon, peeled and sliced
1/2 cantaloupe, peeled and sliced
3 medium apricots, pitted and cut in half
2 medium kiwifruit, peeled and sliced
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
Fresh white currants, if desired

Steps:

  • Arrange fruits on large platter.
  • Mix sour cream and brown sugar. Garnish dip with currants. Serve with fruit.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 15 mg

FESTIVE FRUIT PLATTER (CROWD SIZE)



Festive Fruit Platter (Crowd Size) image

Have a big party coming up? Keep dessert simple by serving this eye-catching platter of fresh fruit and a sour cream dip.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds seedless green or red grapes, cut into small bunches
2 pints strawberries (4 cups)
1 honeydew melon, peeled and sliced
1 cantaloupe, peeled and sliced
6 medium apricots, pitted and cut in half
4 medium kiwifruit, peeled and sliced
2 cups sour cream
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
Fresh white currants, if desired

Steps:

  • Arrange fruit on large platter.
  • Mix sour cream and brown sugar. Garnish with currants. Serve with fruit.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 15 mg

FESTIVE FRUIT PLATTER (CROWD SIZE)



Festive Fruit Platter (Crowd Size) image

Have a big party coming up? Keep dessert simple by serving this eye-catching platter of fresh fruit and a sour cream dip.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 32

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds seedless green or red grapes, cut into small bunches
2 pints strawberries (4 cups)
1 honeydew melon, peeled and sliced
1 cantaloupe, peeled and sliced
6 medium apricots, pitted and cut in half
4 medium kiwifruit, peeled and sliced
2 cups sour cream
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
Fresh white currants, if desired

Steps:

  • Arrange fruit on large platter.
  • Mix sour cream and brown sugar. Garnish with currants. Serve with fruit.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 15 mg

FESTIVE FRUIT PLATTER



Festive Fruit Platter image

You'll love this healthful-minded dessert! This eye-catching platter has 6 varieties of fresh fruit and an easy sour cream dip.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound seedless green or red grapes, cut into small bunches
1 pint strawberry (2 cups)
1/2 honeydew melon, peeled and sliced
1/2 cantaloupe, peeled and sliced
3 medium apricots, pitted and cut in half
2 medium kiwifruit, peeled and sliced
1 cup sour cream
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
Fresh white currants, if desired

Steps:

  • Arrange fruits on large platter.
  • Mix sour cream and brown sugar. Garnish dip with currants. Serve with fruit.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Fat 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 15 mg

Tips:

  • Use a variety of fruits: Choose fruits that are in season and have different colors and textures. This will make your platter more visually appealing and provide a variety of flavors.
  • Prepare the fruits properly: Wash and cut the fruits into bite-sized pieces. If you are using berries, leave them whole. You can also use a melon baller to create melon balls.
  • Arrange the fruits attractively: Place the fruits on the platter in a way that is pleasing to the eye. You can create a pattern or simply scatter the fruits around. Be sure to leave some space between the fruits so that they don't look crowded.
  • Add some extras: You can add some extra touches to your fruit platter to make it even more special. Try adding some fresh herbs, such as mint or basil. You can also drizzle the fruit with honey or balsamic vinegar. Or, you can sprinkle the fruit with nuts or seeds.
  • Serve immediately: Fruit platters are best served immediately after they are made. The fruits will start to lose their freshness and flavor if they sit out for too long.

Conclusion:

Fruit platters are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy fresh fruits. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply as a snack. With a little planning and effort, you can create a fruit platter that is both beautiful and delicious.

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